Paralysis

Injury Lawyers Representing Baltimore Victims of Medical Malpractice

Paralysis is one of the most severe and life-altering medical conditions that a person can suffer. The sad reality is that many cases of paralysis are caused by surgical and other medical errors. If you believe that you or someone close to you was paralyzed due to medical malpractice, you need to reach out to a seasoned Baltimore paralysis lawyer who can assess the merits of your case. At the Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek, we are committed to getting you the compensation that you need to deal with the condition and move on with your life.

Conditions Related to Paralysis Can Cause Serious Harm

Paralysis is defined as a loss of ability to move and sometimes feel in part or most of the body. Due to the sensitive nature of the spinal cord, any injury to this part of the body can have serious and long-term effects for a victim. In the most serious cases, spinal cord injuries can lead to paralysis. While there are several different types of this condition, paraplegia and quadriplegia are the most widely known. Paraplegia is when a person experiences a loss of feeling and mobility in the lower half of the body, whereas quadriplegia denotes paralysis of both arms and both legs.

Unfortunately, paralysis resulting from medical malpractice happens more often than you may think. The following medical mistakes may result in paralysis:

Surgical mistakes that adversely affect the spine or spinal column;

Anesthesiology mistakes;

Childbirth errors;

A misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis;

Mechanical malfunctions of medical equipment; or

Untreated infections.

When paralysis is caused by medical malpractice, the patient has rights that they can assert with the assistance of a medical malpractice attorney in the Baltimore area. An injured patient, legally known as a plaintiff, can file a medical malpractice claim against any at-fault party. Medical malpractice takes place when a patient suffers an injury as a result of incompetent care by a medical professional. Incompetent care refers to care that departs from the level of care that a reasonably prudent medical professional in the same specialty would have used in the same or similar circumstances. For example, a surgeon operating on or around the spine would refrain from actions that could cause a preventable injury to the spine, understanding the risk of paralysis associated with such an error. As a result, if a surgeon caused a patient’s paralysis by making this type of mistake, that surgeon would likely be liable for malpractice.

In medical malpractice cases, ‘damages’ is the legal term for financial compensation awarded to a plaintiff. Damages attempt to repay them for losses caused by the injury. A Baltimore paralysis attorney may be able to recover a variety of economic and non-economic damages in these cases. Economic damages are intended to compensate a victim for out-of-pocket costs for the malpractice, such as medical expenses and lost wages. These damages are relatively easy to determine, since they can be precisely calculated. Non-economic damages are awarded for intangible losses and experiences, such as pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life. As a result, these damages are much harder to calculate because there is a subjective element involved. We can closely analyze your case and help you determine which types of damages you may be able to obtain, as well as the amount that may be appropriate in your case.

Contact a Knowledgeable Paralysis Lawyer in the Baltimore Area

Suffering from paralysis is a devastating experience for a victim or for the family of a birth injury victim who suffers from it. When paralysis is a result of medical malpractice, our diligent attorneys can help. At the Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek, we understand how to navigate these claims and help secure the compensation that a victim is entitled to receive for their harm. We represent individuals and families in cities such as Baltimore, Pikesville, Catonsville, Towson, Woodlawn, Dundalk, Essex, Randallstown, Arbutus, Reisterstown, Laurel, Silver Springs, and other areas of Baltimore, Montgomery, and Anne Arundel Counties. Get started today by calling us at 800-810-6780 or contacting us online.

About Us

The lawyers of Cardaro & Peek, LLC have the experience and resources necessary to investigate and litigate all types of medical malpractice claims. Cardaro & Peek, LLC has medical personnel on staff and has access to nationally recognized, board-certified physicians and other experts to assist in the investigation, analysis and prosecution of all types of medical malpractice claims.